From Syfy and Trion comes Defiance™, a revolution in transmedia entertainment that unites a groundbreaking scripted television series and a massively multiplayer online shooter for the very first time. With the production team of “Battlestar Galactica” behind the camera, Vancouver Academy of Dramatic Arts student Justin Rain’s character of Quentin McCawley is sure to meet the standards of Syfy’s expectations. This would only be possible with a talented actor that Justin rain has become. Read the rest of this entry »

Cackleberries CEO Eronne Foster has announced a new joint venture between her Canadian online gaming company and toy manufacturer Mainland China Direct (MCD) in Shenzhen. Together the companies will design and manufacture all toys, games, electronic and printed goods for the Cackleberries brand. Read the rest of this entry »

Montreal-based Penté Group has announced a new update for the official Tiësto app. The 2-month-old app has been very well received among music fans and the EDM (electronic dance music) community. The latest version of the app includes AirPlay compatibility allowing users to stream Tiësto music, videos, and the #1 most subscribed-to music podcast, Club Life, to an Apple TV and other AirPlay-enabled devices. Read the rest of this entry »

Polaris, a weekend-long celebration of science fiction, fantasy and related genres will be celebrating its 26th annual gathering this July 6th through 8th at the Sheraton Parkway Toronto North, is proud to welcome four just-announced distinguished guests. Read the rest of this entry »

The Toronto Japanese Film Festival has announced its closing film, the North American premiere of master director Shunji Iwai’s Friends after 3.11 – an inquiry into the evolving nature of the post-tsunami Japan. The film, which delves into the question from the political, environmental, societal and artist perspectives, concludes a two week line-up of Canadian premieres of the newest and the best of Japanese cinema. Read the rest of this entry »

The new MOTOLUXETM by Motorola Mobility Canada Ltd., available in Q2, keeps you entertained and connected with a dynamic new interface that learns what you like and adapts to help you do tasks faster, providing unique and seamless access to content that is relevant to you. Read the rest of this entry »

TELUS is giving Canadians in British Columbia, Alberta and Eastern Quebec something to “Tweet” about with a free Twitter app on its Optik TV service. The Twitter app is designed to provide Optik TV viewers with convenient access to Twitter features and content without missing a moment of their favourite TV show. Read the rest of this entry »

Samsung Electronics Canada is pleased to announce the availability of Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) software upgrade for Samsung Galaxy devices. The upgrade will be available today on select devices in Canada and will continue rolling out to devices and carriers throughout the quarter. Read the rest of this entry »